Job Information
Southern Peaks Regio Cook in Cañon City, Colorado
Cook
Job Summary
Under general supervision, prepares large quantities of a variety of food including meats, fish, poultry, gravies, cereals, soups, vegetables and other foods. Uses various methods of cooking and seasoning and adheres to proper preparations methods. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Cooks food as directed in the operational menu plan for the facility food service operation.
- Ensures recipes are extended to the facility population requirements. Maintains accurate production records.
- Directs work, provides training and performs inspections of work performed by client's food service staff.
- Conducts orientation and training programs for staff employees.
- Responsible for preparation scheduling and the quality assurance of all foods and supplies.
- Responsible for placing orders for food and supplies as assigned by management. Checks in deliveries and takes inventory of food and supplies as required.
- Ensures the sanitation and safety program is actively practiced in all areas of the department.
Assists management in maintaining a high-level of good client relations.
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- College credits or relevant technical training courses in food service preparation and cooking preferred.
- Prior cooking and correctional food service training preferred.
- Must be able to communicate to all personnel the minimum production/service requirements of the job.